June 14, 1777, the Continental Congress issued a resolution making the Stars and Stripes the nation's flag. Enjoy a little red, white, and blue from across the Smithsonian. Visit the O Say Can You See ...

Twelve military veterans are running across the country while carrying an American flag to raise awareness of veteran health ...

The Red, White, & Blue To-Do will also take place on July 2, 2026. In 2025, the fun begins with museum and historic site openings and a flag raising with Betsy herself at the Betsy Ross House.

"A vibrant display of patriotic celebration, Red, White, & Blue To-Do features flag raising, events at historic sites and museums, and the Red, White, & Blue To-Do Pomp & Parade with red wagon ...

The second annual Red, White, and Blue To-Do is set for July 2, 2025. That was the day the Second Continental Congress voted for independence. For more information about the Red, White and Blue To ...